Energy Project Cost Analyst - Budgeting & Forecasting

WSP in the U.S.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Cost Analyst to join our Project Controls team in the United States. You will support cost control, budgeting, and change management while developing forecasts and tracking expenditures.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, detail orientation, and effective communication with project teams and clients. Responsibilities include maintaining cost models, generating reports, reviewing invoices, and contributing to financial summaries for PMO stakeholders.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Business, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent).
• 5-7 years’ experience in Project Controls, Financial Controls, Finance, or Accounting, including team leadership.
• Power & Energy industry experience required.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Confident self-starter able to operate in a dynamic environment.
• Attention to detail and organization in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and produce deliverables.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, contractors, and clients.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Design and Publisher.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Cost Control Manager in cost control, budgeting, and change management activities.
• Assist in development and maintenance of project budgets, forecasts, cash flows, and expenditure tracking.
• Monitor contractor and consultant costs against budgets and flag variances.
• Track cost-related project changes and provide input for recommendations.
• Prepare and update cost estimates, financial forecasts, and funding requests.
• Maintain financial models and tracking tools for cost allocations.
• Generate regular cost reports, dashboards, and summaries for PMO review.
• Assist in review of contractor/vendor invoices and track payment status.
• Provide documentation and analysis for project accounting, including accruals and cost-to-complete evaluations.
• Prepare memos, presentations, and client deliverables with basic charts and financial summaries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS Business, Finance, or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Design and Publisher

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Cost Analyst to join our Project Controls team in the United States. You will support cost control, budgeting, and change management while developing forecasts and tracking expenditures.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, detail orientation, and effective communication with project teams and clients. Responsibilities include maintaining cost models, generating reports, reviewing invoices, and contributing to financial summaries for PMO stakeholders.